Employment Type
: Visiting Medical Officer
Position Classification
: Visiting Medical Officer
Remuneration
: Sessional Award
Hours Per Week
: 0
Requisition ID
: REQ594008
Applications Close: Applications will be received and reviewed monthly
Work in Paradise - Join Tomaree Hospital's Medical Team as a Visiting Medical Officer in General Practice
Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity in one of Australia's most breathtaking coastal locations? Tomaree Hospital, nestled in the heart of beautiful Port Stephens, invites passionate and experienced Visiting Medical Officers in General Practice s to join our dynamic team.
Why Tomaree?
* Stunning Location: Enjoy a work-life balance like no other, surrounded by pristine beaches, national parks, and vibrant community life.
* Modern, Supportive Facility
* 5-bed Emergency Department including a dedicated resuscitation bay
* 24/7 medical coverage in ED with two rotating shifts per day (GP VMO or CMO)
* 12-bed inpatient ward including Fast Track service
* Ward-based GP VMO/CMO coverage from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
What We Offer
* Strong clinical and operational support from the Director of Medical Services at Maitland Hospital
* Access to HNELHD's patient flow resources and retrieval services
* Collegial, team-oriented culture with a focus on high-quality rural healthcare
* Flexible recruitment episodes to suit your availability and career goals
Whether you're seeking a sea change, a new challenge, or a meaningful rural health experience - Tomaree Hospital is the place to be. Apply now and experience the perfect blend of career fulfilment and coastal lifestyle.
Mandatory Requirements Of This Role Include
* Admitting, consultative, diagnostic, procedural, outpatient, telehealth and on-call services as determined and required by HNELHD
* Attendance and availability during rostered work hours and whilst on-call including clinical handover, clinical supervision, teaching and for emergency and routine care as determined and required by HNELHD
* Provision of education and research as determined and required by HNELHD
* A primary medical degree registrable with AHPRA and Fellowship of the RACGP or ACRMM, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways.
* Evidence of being a medical expert, demonstrated by recent and comprehensive experience in General Practice.
* Evidence of being a scholar, maintains medical professional development and has the ability to assist other staff, including trainees in the acquisition and development of knowledge.
* Evidence of being a skilled communicator, including both oral and written skills, communicating with patients, students, other health professionals and the public.
* Evidence of being a collaborator, including the ability to network and operate within an interdisciplinary framework and to work with other stakeholders in a variety of settings.
* Evidence of being a manager, including ability to be flexible and cope with a changing health system, past leadership and management experience and previous safety and quality improvement activities.
* Evidence of being a professional, including continued professional development, peer review and other forms of clinical governance.
* Evidence of being an advocate, including contributions to improving individual and societal health.
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For role related queries or questions or role related queries or questions contact
Hari Nair
Health Service Manager / Director Of Nursing | Tomaree Hospital and Medical Centre - Rural and Regional Health Services
Days of work: Monday to Friday – 08:00 am to 4:30 pm
Tel | Ext 40742 | Fax |
Applications Close: Applications will be received and reviewed monthly